Wedding Photography Questionnaire

Couple's Names *
Wedding Date *

Month Day Year
Date
Ceremony Time *

: Hour Minutes AM/PM Option
Ceremony Venue
Reception Venue (if different)
Please provide the exact street addresses for navigating to the following locations; Getting ready venue, ceremony venue, and reception venue.
Separate by a semi-colon if multiple addresses.
What time should Cat arrive to begin photographing?

: Hour Minutes AM/PM Option
Based on your desired package, what will be Cat's departure time?

: Hour Minutes AM/PM Option
Officiant's Name
What is the estimated number of expected guests? *
How many people in the bridal party?
Will you have a ring bearer and/or flower girl?
If this is a religious ceremony, what faith?
Are there any specific instructions, religious or otherwise?
Please provide a general timeline for your wedding day.
Choose one or more words that best describe the feeling you wish you achieve on your wedding day:

Romance Fun Glamour Sophistication Relaxed Celebration
Choose one or more words that best describe you as a couple:

Romantic Fun Soulmates Buddies Warm Flirtatious Intense
What words describe you?

Shy Outgoing Fun loving Energetic Laid back Unconventional Traditional Intense Introspective
What words describe your partner?

Shy Outgoing Fun loving Energetic Laid back Unconventional Traditional Intense Introspective
When looking at wedding images of friends, online, or in magazines, what words best describes the style you're attracted to?

Natural Romantic Styled/Staged Classic Emotional Playful Dramatic Artistic Modern Timeless Black + White Eclectic
The end result of your wedding photography should be: (check as many as apply)

Lots of photos telling the complete story of our wedding Capturing the emotions of the day Artistic details Close-up intimate shots Lots of candid moments Traditional portraits Group shots of family and friends Dramatic stylized couple portraits Mostly images concentrating on the two of us Natural + relaxed couple portraits Interactive couple portraits Action shots
1. If possible, try to have all of the bridal details together before the photographer arrives (dress, jewelry, shoes, bouquet, garter, veil, etc), and have a pretty hanger for the dress.

2. Please try to keep the area free of trash, bags, snacks, or anything else you don't want in your photos.

3. Allow more time than you think you need to get ready! It’s better to be safe than to feel RUSHED on your special day!
Will you be doing a "first look" with each other? *

Yes No
Will you be doing a "first look" with a parent or other special person? *

Yes No
If I have great photos of your cake, dress, the food, etc, I'd love to share them with your other amazing vendors. Only fill in what you have booked and is applicable.
Ceremony Venue
Reception Venue
Wedding Planner
Florist
Catering
Cake
DJ/Entertainment
The Dress
Groom's Attire
Bridesmaid's Attire
Groomsmen's Attire
Are there any rules or restrictions at your venue about where photographers are allowed to go during the ceremony or flash use?
Will you be asking guests to refrain from photographing during the ceremony (going hands-free) to ensure guests don't unintentionally interfere with the professional photography?
Will you be doing a candle lighting, sand pouring, or anything else I need to know about during your ceremony?
Please have one of your bridesmaids get ALL of the people you want in your family portraits rounded up as soon as the ceremony is over. If we can keep everyone on task, family formals shouldn't take too long.
Are there any special family circumstances I should be aware of in order to avoid confrontation or awkwardness?
What family group photos would you like taken?
Please block off AT LEAST 15 minutes for family formals.

I agree
Please have the wedding party gathered as soon as the ceremony is over. We can begin as soon as family formals are complete. This ensures a smooth and quick process so we can get you to your reception.
Please block off AT LEAST 15 minutes for wedding party formals.

I agree
These are some of the most important pictures of the day. If you do not wish to take them before joining the reception, please schedule in time before or at sunset for your couple portraits.
Please block off AT LEAST 20 minutes for bride + groom formals.

I agree
If you wish to take your couple portraits at location other than the venue, please list here:
Will you have a formal wedding party entrance to the reception? *

Yes No
Are you and your spouse going to be announced? *

YES NO
If photographing 6 hours or longer, I ask that the couple provide the photographer(s) with a meal. Do you agree? *

Yes No
What dances are you having? *

First Dance Father/Daughter Mother/Son None
Will you be cutting a cake? *

Yes No
Will you be doing a bouquet toss? *

Yes No
Will you be doing a garter toss? *

Yes No
Will there be a formal exit from the reception? If so, what kind and what time will it take place?
Will there be any other special moments at the reception that the photographers should know about?
How would you want to pay the retainer fee? *

PayPal Cash Check/Bank Transfer Credit Card
Would you like to make payments towards the balance due (minus the retainer) or as a lump sum payment 2 weeks before the wedding? *

Payments Lump Sum
If there is anything you have any questions about, I'm only a text, e-mail, phone call, or message away. I am incredibly excited you've picked me to document your wedding day!

-Cat
cat@photosparks.com 501.991.4836
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